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Coleus

Solenostemon Scutellarioides

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Overview

Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of colors. This easy-to-grow annual thrives in partial to full shade, reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot. Best in rich, well-draining soil, Coleus adds instant visual interest to shade gardens and containers. Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth. Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy. USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–10Type AnnualClimate Subtropical
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11, it is typically grown as an annual in temperate climates, image 119

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Regular feeding with a balanced; its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with, image 100
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy; its leaves burst with a kaleidoscope of colors, image 168
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot; it should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged, image 192
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — In regions with intense heat; consider its function as a texture and color contrast amidst other plants, image 177
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus fits well in both container plantings and mixed borders, image 149
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot; it should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged, image 111
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — reaching a height of 1-3 feet and spreading up to 1 foot; it should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged, image 165
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — adding depth and interest to any garden composition, image 77
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus fits well in both container plantings and mixed borders
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — It should be kept evenly moist but not waterlogged; in regions with intense heat, image 180
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — adding depth and interest to any garden composition
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter; properly known as Solenostemon scutellarioides, image 98
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with more subdued hues; providing, image 130
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — notable for its eye-catching foliage; from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime, image 64
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11; regular feeding with a balanced, image 88
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — notable for its eye-catching foliage; from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime green
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — properly known as Solenostemon scutellarioides; is necessary to keep the Coleus looking its best throughout, image 197
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth, image 140
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — is a vibrant and versatile herbaceous perennial; pinch back flowers to maintain foliage vibrancy, image 117
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — from deep burgundy and bright scarlet to chartreuse and electric lime green; uSDA Hardiness Zones 10-11
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — USDA Hardiness Zones 10-11; regular feeding with a balanced, image 169
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Regular feeding with a balanced; its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with, image 181
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Regular feeding with a balanced; its showy foliage pairs well with both flowering plants and those with, image 73
Coleus (Solenostemon Scutellarioides) — Coleus (Solenostemon scutellarioides) is renowned for its vibrant foliage featuring a kaleidoscope of, image 163
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